Vice President Human Resources

Korn Ferry is retained with a global producer of live entertainment and connections, headquartered in New York with dedicated studios in NYC and the UK to serve its vast talent pipeline and client base. Our client serves major brands and corporations, theatres, cruise lines, sports properties, live venues, parks, resorts and more. Offering end-to-end services from ideation to operations, Their global team of world-class designers, creators, producers, and visionary talent provide unrivaled scale, producing over one million live moments every day and employing over 8,000 individuals worldwide.

Our client is looking for a Vice President of Human Resources who has passion, urgency and a strong overall Human Resources SME background to provide overall HR direction to the company. Our client seeks a seasoned and polished Vice President, Human Resources that can interact and influence with Senior Leadership and a staff of 200+. In addition, can understand company operations and connect those to the Human Resource function. Someone who is excited about growth and change, and able to help facilitate a culture to embrace movement. This position reports directly to Chief Financial Officer and will manage a team of 2. This position is in New York City and will require onsite capability. No remote or relocation for this one.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop strategic HR plans and policies, including recruitment, training, and compensation.
• Collaborate with Leadership Team to craft the company’s vision and mission.
• Enforcing departmental and organizational goals for business growth.
• Represent the organization in a professional manner at each Headquarters, client meetings, industry events, etc.
• Create and maintain a positive and inclusive work culture that promotes employee engagement, retention, and development
• Liaise with company payroll to manage administrative processes around the full-time employment lifecycle.
• Oversee all aspects of the employee life cycle, including recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and offboarding
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations
• Promote and maintain a positive employee relations environment, addressing any employee concerns or conflicts with professionalism and sensitivity
• Prepare and analyze human resources data and metrics to inform decision-making and drive continuous improvement.
• Communicate and champion the organization's values, mission, and goals to all employees.
• Manage other area-specific HR projects, as necessary

The Candidate

Experience and Professional Qualifications

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, Arts Administration or Organizational Management. Master’s degree preferred.
• 10 + years in Human Resource experience in increasing leadership roles.
• Confident professional experience in HR management preferably in the live entertainment industry.
• Experience leading and managing a team.
• Consultative and influencing skills to work closely with executive team.
• Strong knowledge of legal and government processes as they apply to labor and employment laws, rules, and regulations (understanding of HR outside of North America a plus).
• Ensure HR operational integrity and compliance with all related policies and procedures (workers compensation rules and protocols, unemployment rules and protocols, etc.).
• Empathy, interpersonal skills, and creativity in planning the FUN.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong strategic and organizational skills, attention to detail with an ability to operate on both conception and implementation levels.
• Ability to learn quickly and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to adhere to strict confidential requirements and exercise good judgment.
• A valid passport for the duration of employment for all travel-related roles.

Company Benefits

Progressive PTO, Citi Bike membership, Commuter benefits, Health benefits - Medical, Dental, and Vision, Pet-friendly office, paid parental leave, 401k with company match, Employee Enrichment Program, complimentary tickets to Broadway/Off Broadway shows and industry events as available, Summer Fridays

Compensation: $140 - $150K with bonus opportunity

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